Assistant Baseball Coach

Harford Community College; Bel Air (MD); On-site; USD 16,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Harford Community College is seeking an Assistant Coach to support the Head Coach in recruiting and retaining student athletes, and to help organize practices and competitions. The role includes participating in fundraising and sponsorship efforts with the College Foundation, while prioritizing the academic success of players.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with at least 30 college credits and a minimum of three years of baseball experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus 30 college credits required.
• Minimum 3 years of baseball coaching/playing experience with focus on infield development and hitting instruction.
• Experience with development, fundraising and corporate sponsorship efforts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Coach in recruiting and retaining student athletes.
• Assist with organizing and conducting practices and competitions.
• Support fundraising and corporate sponsorship efforts with the Harford Community College Foundation.
• Prioritize academic success of student athletes.

Skills

Recruiting

Infield development

Hitting instruction

Leadership

Communication

Sports strategies

Student-athlete retention

Education

High School Diploma or GED

30 college credits

Job description

Harford Community College ( HCC ) has been a vital part of Harford County since 1957. As a mid-sized, comprehensive institution, we’re committed to delivering high-quality education and cultural enrichment to our community. Our mission is to provide relevant, accessible education and training that connects individuals to opportunities in an ever-evolving world. As an Achieving the Dream institution, HCC is part of a national network dedicated to enhancing student success in community colleges. To learn more about our vision and values, visit our website .

Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Harford Community College is committed to the principles of Affrimative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Harford Community College not to discriminate against applicants on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law with regard to any employment practices. HCC is an EEO and ADA / ADAA employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Job Description

The Assistant Coach is responsible for assisting the Head Coach in recruiting and retaining student athletes in an effort to provide opportunities for team and individual academic and athletic; assisting with organizing and conducting practices & competitions; adhering to NJCAA coaching principles; supporting and participating in development, fundraising and corporate sponsorship efforts in partnership with the Harford Community College Foundation; and performing other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director. Assistance and awareness of the academic success of student athletes is a priority for all coaches.
Employees of Harford Community College, including instructors for online and virtual courses, must be residents of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia; non-residents are expected to relocate to meet this requirement.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States, as the College does not offer Visa sponsorship for this position

Required Education

A high school diploma or GED and college credits with a minimum of 30 hours or more are required.

Required Experience

A minimum of three (3) years of baseball experience with a demonstrated focus on infield development and hitting instruction, which may include a combination of in-game coaching experience at the high school, club/select, or collegiate level and/or professional playing or coaching experience.
Prior experience and participation in development, fundraising and corporate sponsorship efforts is also required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Candidates must possess expertise in baseball and exhibit excellence in coaching and instruction in practice and contests while serving as a positive example of a leader and role model. Other requirements include:

• A valid driver’s license.
• First-aid/ CPR / AED certifications required.
• Demonstrated expertise in sports strategies.
• Excellent and effective communication skills.
• Prior experience with recruiting efforts and student-athlete retention.
• Prior experience and participation in development, fundraising and corporate sponsorship efforts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference will be given to candidates familiar with NJCAA and Maryland JUCO guidelines and policies.

Hours per Week 20

General Weekly Work Schedule

Work schedule based on sports season. Final schedule to be determined by the supervisor.

401 Thomas Run Road
Bel Air, Maryland 21015
443-412-2310 | [e-mail]